Apo Myna vs Purple Starling
Goodfellowia miranda compared with Lamprotornis purpureus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Apo Myna | Purple Starling |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Goodfellowia miranda | Lamprotornis purpureus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sturnidae | Sturnidae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 23.7 cm (9.3 in) | 29.6 cm (11.7 in) |
| Weight | 109.0 g (3.84 oz) | 115.5 g (4.07 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Apo Myna
Least Concern
Purple Starling
About These Birds
Apo Myna
The Apo Myna is a near-threatened starling endemic to Mount Apo and surrounding mountains in Mindanao, Philippines, weighing about 109 grams with a wingspan near 24 cm. It inhabits montane forest interiors where it forages for fruit and invertebrates. Its restricted range and ongoing forest loss in Mindanao pose ongoing threats to the species.